4.2.2 Design: Minimum Functionality

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aferrerb OP
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Hi, My app keeps being rejected because of the above: "4.2.2 Design: Minimum Functionality" However, the app does have functionality that is not available in the web and that is native. The app has a list of over 650 books. The books can be searched and organized in different ways. The user is also able to mark which book they have read as well as:

  1. Write notes about the book
  2. Search a specialized AI engine for further information - they would not be able to do this on the web.
  3. Ability to view books following a reading plan.

There is more functionality planned for the app, but I want it to get approved as soon as possible so I want to make sure we prioritize the roadmap and I am at a loss as to what else it needs to be approved. It is all written in Objective C, it uses iOS system design throughout and has functionality that is only available through a mobile app. Can someone advice further? Thanks!

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Claude31 OP
3w

It is always hazardous to try to guess the full rational of rejection.

So the best is to read back the guideline:

Your app should include features, content, and UI that elevate it beyond a repackaged website. If your app is not particularly useful, unique, or “app-like,” it doesn’t belong on the App Store. If your App doesn’t provide some sort of lasting entertainment value or adequate utility, it may not be accepted.

You only can say if it is really “app-like” and if it does "provide some sort of lasting entertainment value or adequate utility"

If I were to guess, I would suspect the second point. So you should try to bring some fun in your app.

So, just an idea to illustrate.

If the books are novels, you could list the names of main characters.

And create a quizz like : in which book does Sherlock appear ?

Hope that will help.

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aferrerb OP
3w

You are right that it is always hazardous to try to guess the full rational of rejection, and hence difficult to identify what to prioritize from the roadmap. I can safely say that it is not a repackaged website, so this what is somewhat frustrating. Your suggestion is similar to what is in the roadmap: allow the user to discover more topics about the book and create a conversation type interaction with a specific AI. Thank you for your suggestion.

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App Review OP
Apple
2w

Thank you for your post and appeal. We're investigating and will contact you in App Store Connect to provide further assistance. If you continue to experience issues during review, please contact us.

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aferrerb OP
2w

Thank you very much for your replies and your consideration.

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